What is BS EN 14342 - Evaluation of conformity, and marking of wood flooring and parquet about?
BS EN 14342 European standard discusses characteristics and requirements for wood flooring products and parquets. BS EN 14342 defines and specifies the relevant characteristics and requirements of flat surface wood flooring products and parquets as well as the appropriate test methods for determination of their suitability for use as internal flooring, including fully enclosed public transport premises.
The European Standards for specific wood flooring products and parquets to which BS EN 14342 relates, and which provide product definitions and requirements for dimensional tolerances, include the following:
- Solid parquet elements with tongues and grooves (EN 13226)
- Solid Lam parquet products (EN 13227)
- Solid wood overlay elements including blocks with an interlocking system (EN 13228)
- Mosaic parquet elements (EN 13488)
- Multi-layer parquet elements (EN 13489)
- Solid pre-assembled hardwood board (EN 13629)
- Solid softwood floorboards (EN 13990)
- Wood veneer floor coverings (EN 14354)
- Solid wood parquet — vertical finger, wide finger, and module brick (EN 14761)
BS EN 14342 may also apply to other wood flooring products and parquets than those standards above. However, it does not specify any requirements for dimensional limits of tolerances of such products.
BS EN 14342 provides also for the evaluation of conformity and the requirements for marking the wood flooring products and parquets.
Note1: BS EN 14342 covers wood flooring products and parquets which may or may not be treated to improve their reaction to fire performance or their durability against biological agents.
Note2: BS EN 14342 does not apply to:
- Wood flooring products and parquets specifically manufactured for enhanced tactile and recognition
- Bamboo flooring products
- Laminate flooring products
- Product made with plants such as aloe, cork, or coconut
Note3: BS EN 14342 covers wood flooring products and parquets with or without paint, varnish, lacquer, wax, or oil.
Who is BS EN 14342 - Evaluation of conformity, and marking of wood flooring and parquet for?
BS EN 14342 on evaluation of conformity, and marking of wood flooring and parquet is useful for:
- Wood flooring manufacturers
- Dealers and distributors of parquet and wooden flooring
- Designers of parquet and wooden flooring
- Interior designers
- Contractors
- Architects and designers
- Product engineers
- Civil engineers
Why should you use BS EN 14342 - Evaluation of conformity, and marking of wood flooring and parquet?
Parquet is a type of wood flooring made by arranging small slats of wood in distinct, repeating patterns. BS EN 14342 specifies the relevant characteristics and requirements of flat surface wood flooring products and parquets.
By that, the already existing large amount of knowledge about wood flooring and parquet and values for product characteristics attested by long use and experience is extended for the benefit of producers, installers, dealers, and customers.
In conclusion, the guidance given in BS EN 14342 helps you to gain a better understanding of wood flooring and parquets. This can help you to incorporate wood flooring products and parquets more effectively in your construction projects.
Overall, compliance with BS EN 14342 can help assess damage to wooden flooring and parquet arising from delamination. As a result, you will be able to offer durable, abrasion-resistant products that provide a long service life to the user. Your product development initiatives could also be supported with these test methods.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN 14342:2013 supersedes BS EN 14342:2005+A1:2008 which is withdrawn.
BS EN 14342:2013 has been revised with respect to BS EN 14342:2005+A1:2008.
